Musk's donation, made in July, went to Angelenos Against
Gridlock, a group that works to improve LA's transportation
systems by drawing public attention to the issue and putting
pressure on the government to remain accountable.

David C. Murphy, the group's president, told Business Insider Musk's donation will help it
draw attention to the 405 project:

"Astonishingly as it may be, no public policy group was focusing
on this exceptionally expensive and impactful project before...

"We really credit Elon for not just cursing traffic and delays as
so many Angelenos do, but for wanting to fight for all of us who
commute on this parking lot (freeway) and deserve better than the
status quo."

Musk told the LA Times his $50,000 is "a contribution to the city
and my own happiness. If it can actually make a difference, I
would gladly contribute funds and ideas. I've super had it."